Air India Express Pilot Suspended for Assaulting Passenger at Delhi Airport.
Air India Express suspended an off-duty pilot after he allegedly assaulted a passenger during a verbal dispute at Delhi Airport.
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Southwest launches first mainland nonstop service to Hilo in three years
Southwest Airlines announced it will launch the first nonstop route connecting the US mainland to Hilo, Hawaii, in over three years.
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AIRLINES
US FAA certifies Bombardier Global 8000, the world's fastest business jet.
The Bombardier Global 8000 business jet secured US FAA certification, enabling its entry into service.
Dec 19, 20251 min
MANUFACTURING
Indian Pilots Federation demands end to airline duty time waivers for safety
FIP demands the immediate withdrawal of all pilot duty and rest period waivers granted to airlines, citing safety concerns.
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REGULATORY
Eve Air Mobility's full-scale eVTOL prototype completes maiden flight in Brazil.
Embraer's Eve Air Mobility completed the maiden flight of its full-scale eVTOL prototype, targeting 2027 commercial service.
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TECHNOLOGY
Emirates Cancels 13 Flights as Heavy Rain Floods Dubai and Sharjah Roads
Emirates canceled 13 flights and major roads in Dubai and Sharjah flooded after the UAE experienced its heaviest rainfall in months.
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NCAA grants Aerodrome Certificates to FAAN for Kano and Port Harcourt airports.
The Nigerian NCAA certified FAAN's operations at Kano and Port Harcourt airports, confirming adherence to safety standards.
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AIRPORTS
American Airlines Basic Economy tickets no longer earn loyalty miles or status
American Airlines announced that Basic Economy fares will immediately cease earning AAdvantage miles and elite loyalty status points.
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BUSINESS
NCAA certifies Kano and Port Harcourt airports, boosting Nigerian aviation safety.
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) issued aerodrome certificates to Kano and Port Harcourt airports, strengthening safety compliance.
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REGULATORY
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers confirms airline has overcome worst flight disruptions.
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers announced the airline has recovered from recent disruptions, restoring daily operations to 2,200 flights.
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FIP demands Indian Ministry withdraw FDTL safety waivers for IndiGo and Air India.
The Federation of Indian Pilots demands the immediate withdrawal of FDTL safety waivers granted to IndiGo and Air India by the DGCA.
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REGULATORY
Indian Regulator CCI Investigates IndiGo Over Mass Flight Cancellations
India's CCI is formally investigating IndiGo for mass flight cancellations following complaints about potential competition law breaches.
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REGULATORY
US Air Force purchases two used Lufthansa 747-8 jets for training fleet support.
The US Air Force is acquiring two used Boeing 747-8 jets from Lufthansa for $400 million to bolster its training fleet.
Dec 19, 20251 min
BUSINESS
American Airlines unveils new winter culinary experiences in premium lounges
American Airlines is launching expanded winter menus and enhanced culinary experiences across its network of premium Flagship and Admirals Club lounges.
Dec 19, 20251 min
AIRLINES
Emirates launches luxury First Class sleep experience with modal loungewear
Emirates introduced new luxury modal loungewear and a refined turndown service to enhance its First Class sleep experience.
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Passenger detained at Zurich airport after traveling with a cancelled passport.
A passenger flying Aer Lingus was detained at Zurich Airport and denied entry to Switzerland for mistakenly using a cancelled passport.
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AIRPORTS
Heavy Rain Forces 18 Cancellations and 67 Delays on Dubai-Pakistan Routes
Severe rainfall forced airlines to cancel 18 flights and delay 67 services between Dubai, Sharjah, and Pakistan.
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Air Lease Corporation hands over first Airbus A321XLR to Qanot Sharq
Air Lease Corporation delivered the first new Airbus A321XLR jet to Qanot Sharq, initiating a four-aircraft leasing agreement.
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BUSINESS
Teen stowaway who breached El Al security in October is caught again at Ben
Security officials at Ben Gurion Airport apprehended a 13-year-old boy who had previously snuck onto an El Al flight to New York.
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SAFETY
Guwahati Airport opens Terminal 2, boosting North-East connectivity.
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati opened Terminal 2, elevating passenger experience and regional connectivity.
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